A World Treasury of Riddles: Riddle Me This
Cousineau, Phil; Forward: W.S. "Scoop: Nisker
Language: English
Published by Conari Press, York Beach, Me & Boston, Ma, 1999
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A Global Collection Of Riddles, Conundrums, And Word Puzzles Gathered From Cultures Around The World. Includes Riddles From Ancient Greece, The Ozarks, Leonardo Da Vinci, Lewis Carroll, And More. Foreword By W.S. "Scoop: Nisker. A Cultural And Literary Treasury Of Riddles Compiled By Phil Cousineau, Exploring The History, Symbolism, And Wisdom Behind Riddles From Around The World. Includes Selections From Ancient Greece, Medieval Europe, American Folklore, And Literary Figures Such As Leonardo Da Vinci And Lewis Carroll. Originally Published As Riddle Me This, This 1999 Conari Press Edition Features A Foreword By W.S. "Scoop: Nisker And Includes Bibliographical References.
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- Title
- A World Treasury of Riddles: Riddle Me This
- Author
- Cousineau, Phil; Forward: W.S. "Scoop: Nisker
- Publisher
- Conari Press, York Beach, Me & Boston, Ma
- Publication year
- 1999
- Condition
- As New
- Dust jacket
- No Jacket
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 157324712X
- ISBN 13
- 9781573247122
- Edition
- 1999 Conari Press Edition
- Printing
- 2nd Printing
- Item weight
- 12 ounces
- Dimensions
- 8.5" x 5.5"
- Seller catalogs
- Classic Literature, First Edition, Very Good
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About the Author
Phil Cousineau is a bestselling author, editor, photographer, award-winning documentary filmmaker, adventure travel leader, and independant scholar who lectures around the world on a wide range of topics from mythology, mentorship, and soul. His books include The Art of Pilgrimage, Soul Moments, Riddle Me This, and The Soul Aflame. A protege of the late Joseph Campbell, Cousineau is also the author of The Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work. He lives in San Francisco, California.
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